CVE-2017-11258: Buffer Overflow
Adobe Acrobat Reader 2017.009.20058 and earlier, 2017.008.30051 and earlier, 2015.006.30306 and earlier, and 11.0.20 and earlier has an exploitable memory corruption vulnerability in the image conversion engine when processing Enhanced Metafile Format (EMF) private data and the embedded GIF image. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11258?
The severity of CVE-2017-11258 is important as it involves a memory corruption vulnerability that can be exploited.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11258?
To fix CVE-2017-11258, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader and Acrobat DC to the latest version released by Adobe.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-11258?
CVE-2017-11258 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader 11.0.20 and earlier, 2017.009.20058 and earlier, and Acrobat DC versions up to 15.006.30306 and 17.009.20058.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-11258?
CVE-2017-11258 is a memory corruption vulnerability specifically in the image conversion engine when processing certain image formats.
Can CVE-2017-11258 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-11258 can be exploited by attackers through malicious files that cause the application to crash or execute arbitrary code.